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The Market Café

4.2 (17 reviews) 808 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, United States · 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM

The Market Café in Birmingham, AL offers contemporary Southern dishes with dine-in and takeout. Find menus, address, and practical dining details here.

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The Market Café

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Rating 4.2 / 5 (17 reviews)
Address 808 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
Type Restaurant
Opening Hours Daily 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Service Options Takeout, Dine-in
Highlights Fast service, Great cocktails, Great coffee
Accessibility Wheelchair accessible entrance and restroom
Parking Free street parking

About this place

About The Market Café

The Market Café is a stylish restaurant in Birmingham offering contemporary Southern dishes alongside craft cocktails and draft brews. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of comfort food and small plates.

Guest reviews note a cozy and trendy atmosphere with generally good food and friendly service, though there are occasional reports of inconsistent waitstaff availability. The dining experience suits both solo diners and groups.

Popular menu highlights

Dishes guests come back for

Smoked Rumhattan Smoked Rumhattan The Burger The Burger Southside Basil Smash Southside Basil Smash Ghost Train Peach Cobbler Beer Ghost Train Peach Cobbler Beer Burger and Fries Burger and Fries Wild Mushroom Flatbread Wild Mushroom Flatbread

What to expect

The dining experience

Atmosphere

Enjoy a casual, cozy, and trendy ambiance with fast service, great cocktails, and coffee creating a relaxed dining environment appreciated by visitors.

Service Style

The Market Café offers dine-in and takeout with table service and accepts reservations to help plan visits conveniently.

Best For

Suitable for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the venue welcomes groups, tourists, and solo diners looking for comfort food and quality drinks.

Good Occasions

Ideal for casual meals any day of the week from early morning breakfast through dinner, fitting quick bites or relaxed dining timeframes.

Location & contact

Find The Market Café

  • 808 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, United States
  • +1 205-933-9008
  • In the Spring Mountain Road dining district, near Arville St — a short drive west of the Strip.
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Opening hours

When to visit

· 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Hours may change on public holidays and special events. Please confirm with the restaurant.

Weekly opening hours for The Market Café
Monday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Wednesday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Thursday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Friday Today 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Saturday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sunday 07:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Service options & amenities

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Service Options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Amenities & Offerings

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Cocktails
  • Hard liquor

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Planning & Parking

  • Accepts reservations
  • Free street parking

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Frequently asked questions

The Market Café opens daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Hours may vary and should be verified before visiting.